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Lobo SuperTraq Operator Instruction Manual

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Please keep this in mind: If there is no gold where you are searching, it won’t matter how good your
metal detector is or how skilled and persistent you are. To learn more about where to search for gold, see
your dealer for magazines and books on the subject.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The LOBO SuperTRAQ features Tesoro's latest electronic innovations including the SuperTRAQ
Computerized Ground Mineral Tracking System. State-of-the-art circuitry and advanced design make the
LOBO SuperTRAQ one of the finest gold nugget metal detectors available. Expanded Discrimination
circuitry lets the LOBO SuperTRAQ double as a high-performance coin and relic hunting detector as
well.

The LOBO SuperTRAQ is a Transmitter-Receiver (TR) type detector that operates in the Very Low
Frequency (VLF) portion of the Radio Frequency (RF) spectrum. The detector uses three control knobs
and two toggle switches to provide full VLF capabilities with fingertip adjustment of all controls.

The performance of this detector will satisfy the requirements of the serious gold nugget prospector and
detectorist, whether experienced or a beginner. At the heart of the LOBO SuperTRAQ is a totally new
circuit board developed from Surface Mount Technology. This circuit board helps provide ultra-smooth
operation in the most difficult soil conditions along with greater depth and sensitivity to smaller gold
nuggets.

The features found on the LOBO SuperTRAQ make its power both versatile and easy to use. The
SuperTRAQ System automatically performs troublesome “ground balancing.” There are two Operating
Modes: All Metal and Discriminate. Slight motion is required in either mode so the searchcoil will detect
a target located directly under it. The All Metal Mode tuning is Fast Auto Tune that readjusts the
threshold quickly after encountering a target. The Discriminate Mode is Silent Search. The fingertip
PINPOINT switch helps identify a target's exact location by momentarily switching to a No-Motion All
Metal Mode without Auto Tune. The LOBO SuperTRAQ also features the added power and depth of
Tesoro's MAXBoost Sensitivity.

The LOBO SuperTRAQ comes standard with a 10” elliptical widescan searchcoil for best all-around
performance with good rejection of ground mineralization—a most important feature for gold
prospecting. A variety of optional, interchangeable searchcoils are also available, further adding to the
versatility of this metal detector.

GETTING STARTED - UNPACKING THE BOX

Your Lobo SuperTRAQ was shipped with these parts:

1 Upper Pole Assembly

Fully assembled, including upper pole stem with handle grip, padded arm bracket and
control housing.

1 Middle Pole Assembly With Pole Lock

1 ABS Lower Pole Assembly

Fully assembled, complete with two friction washers, mounting screw, and thumb nut.

1 10" elliptical, widescan searchcoil with 8’ Cable

2 battery packs with 4 AA cell alkaline batteries each

1 Tesoro Warranty Card

Summary of Contents for LOBO SUPER TRAQ

Page 1: ...th a detector you must Use a high performance metal detector designed specifically for gold prospecting Learn how to use your metal detector properly Search where there is gold to be found Be persiste...

Page 2: ...cult soil conditions along with greater depth and sensitivity to smaller gold nuggets The features found on the LOBO SuperTRAQ make its power both versatile and easy to use The SuperTRAQ System automa...

Page 3: ...ace the batteries first make sure the THRESHOLD control is set to OFF turned completely counterclockwise past the click Remove the battery door from the back of the control housing Do this by pulling...

Page 4: ...pole lock to secure the two assemblies together Slide the lower pole into the middle pole until the spring buttons click into the first set of adjustment holes Turn pole lock to tighten locking the as...

Page 5: ...move the searchcoil into the desired position by hand Tighten the searchcoil thumb nut by hand so that the searchcoil will hold in place QUICKSTART SELF GUIDED TUTORIAL The QuickStart is designed to h...

Page 6: ...ou use your detector Leave the control at this setting for the rest of the QuickStart Function Demonstrated in Step 2 Where to set the SENSITIVITY control for basic metal detector operation Step 3 Adj...

Page 7: ...f a object Take the quarter away from the searchcoil and wait several seconds Notice the regular threshold sound returns as the detector automatically retunes the threshold to its original level Move...

Page 8: ...etector can respond to objects made of any kind of metal if there is movement between the object and the detector A detector operating in this way is called Silent Search Use Discrimination Turn the D...

Page 9: ...will give you more detailed information on how to set your detector s controls for the best results especially when selecting an operating mode and using discrimination Finally the only way you can b...

Page 10: ...to turn the detector on in Discriminate Mode Since the Discriminate Mode is a silent mode with no continuous threshold sound it will be obvious when the Audio Battery Test is complete If you turn the...

Page 11: ...the SENSITIVITY knob past 10 into the orange area puts the Sensitivity into the MAXBoost range found only on Tesoro detectors In lightly to moderately mineralized ground you can usually set the SENSIT...

Page 12: ...it is necessary to use the Black Sand position the decreased gain will yield a better chance of finding a good target in the black sand Selecting the Proper Operating Mode The choice of which operatin...

Page 13: ...ting with the LOBO SuperTRAQ can be accomplished easily in either the All Metal Mode or the Discriminate Mode The detector also has a pinpoint position on its Mode Selection Switch labeled PINPOINT wh...

Page 14: ...ding a large piece of gold makes the day a lot more enjoyable but usually your gold targets will be small pieces BATTERY REPLACEMENT The LOBO SuperTRAQ has an automatic battery test sequence with each...

Page 15: ...y a lawnmower and lessen the chance of scratching the target With the knife blade carefully pry against the cube side opposite the hinge and fold back Figure 2B Sweep the searchcoil over the plug and...

Page 16: ...will enable you to better hear the fainter signals caused by the deeper targets Obviously the older more valuable coins will probably be deeper than the ones which were lost last week so you should t...

Page 17: ...r Tesoro metal detector is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty the terms of which are listed below If your metal detector should require service you may return it to the Tesoro factory at the addre...

Page 18: ...Lobo SuperTraq Operator Instruction Manual http tesoro com LoboSuperTraq_Manual htm 18 sur 18 21 06 2007 14 36 Tesoro Electronics Inc 715 White Spar Road Prescott AZ 86303 USA 1 928 771 2646...

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